The art of monetary policymaking
Whether an explicit broadening of the BoC’s mandate is needed is far from clear, but current circumstances support the need for flexibility in monetary policy frameworks.
Politicians should let the Bank of Canada do its job
The general consensus among economists is that central bank independence is necessary for good inflation control.
Central bank independence must remain a priority
Politicians have many competing priorities, and may not always place a high enough importance on low and stable inflation.
Lessons in fighting inflation from the post-pandemic economic aftermath
Central banks, particularly those with a stated goal of price stability, must act decisively and swiftly in response to inflation to preserve their credibility.
A look at inflation, banking, and monetary policy in Canada
There have always been conflicting objectives for the financial and monetary sides of the economy.
Canadians need more assurance and enablement in financial services
The consumer-driven banking framework will help Canadians manage their credit cards, apply for loans, and save for their futures much more easily.
Latest budget a big step for Canada’s financial services ecosystem
The government will finally advance Canada towards consumer-driven finance when it tables legislation signalled in April’s budget.
Canada can solve its productivity ‘emergency’—we just need politicians on board
Governments have other options, like scrapping interprovincial trade barriers and allowing allowing foreign competition.
Budget capital gains reform will boost investment
Collecting more revenue from the largest gains on sales of existing assets while offering greater incentives to create new assets is a smart economic strategy.
Budget’s AI investment is Canada playing catch-up
A plan has to be more than just a litany of fresh promises in one budget after another. Where is the strategy, and what are the defined outcomes that will tell whether it’s working?
